Open Heaven 27 July
MEMORISE: And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. – Romans 12:2
BIBLE READING: Romans 12:1-2 (KJV)
- I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.
- And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
Read yesterday’s Open Heaven Devotional here
One striking thing about holiness is that it is what makes God who He is. As human beings, if we were to be asked the question Who is God? we might say God is love, God is powerful, God is merciful, God is faithful… However, if any member of the hosts of heavens were to be asked the same question, they would chorus God is Holy! (Isaiah 6:1-4 , Revelation #4:6-8).
To know God more intimately requires the deep study of His word.It is imperative for every child of God to study and meditate on the word of God, day and night (Joshua 1:8 ). Mere reading the word of God is different from studying and serious meditation. Studying is a deliberate effort to gain knowledge. Meditation on the word of God involves reflecting, or pondering on His word. God instructed Joshua to meditate on the word of God day and night because constant meditation leads to good success (Joshua 1:8 ).
There is a sequence to knowing the Most High more intimately. First, meditate on the word of God on a daily basis. Second, be observant enough to obey the word of God unconditionally. To this effect, Deuteronomy 6:6-7 says:
“And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.”
Do you desire to know the perfect will of God for every aspect of your life? Renew your mind through constant studying and meditation on the word of God. Keep Gods word in your heart, allow it to take root in your entire being and act on it. Let God know that you will only do what is pleasing to Him from now and He will never leave you (John 8:29 ).
Your life will become completely transformed by the power of the Most High God, in Jesus name.
ACTION POINT: Create a plan for studying the Bible and meditating on a specific Scripture daily. The Bible in one Year in this devotional would help.
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 81:1-16 , Psalms 82:1-8 , Psalms 83:1-18
Thank you for studying today’s Open Heaven – Renewing the Mind – written by Pastor Enoch A.
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Open Heaven 27 July 2021
